Exploring the links between intimate partner violence and HIV risk in men who have sex with men
Understanding Pathways between Intimate Partner Violence and HIV risk for Men
This study is looking at how experiences of intimate partner violence can increase the risk of HIV among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men, and it aims to find out what factors might help protect against this risk or make it worse.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10876961 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how intimate partner violence (IPV) affects the risk of HIV among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM). It aims to understand both the behavioral and biological pathways that connect IPV experiences to increased HIV risk, including substance use and immunologic changes. By examining these connections, the study seeks to identify protective factors and stressors that influence these risks. The research will utilize a combination of surveys and biological assessments to gather comprehensive data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men who have experienced intimate partner violence.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as gay, bisexual, or men who have sex with men may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for HIV among GBMSM by addressing the impact of intimate partner violence.
How similar studies have performed: While there is emerging evidence linking IPV and HIV risk, this research aims to explore these connections specifically in GBMSM, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kahle, Erin M — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Kahle, Erin M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.